About Me:
For the past 15 years, Anthony Contreras, C.CHt., has been working in the field of health education and providing Certified Clinical Hypnotherapy services. He holds an Associate of Occupational Studies degree in Mind & Body Psychology and has worked with a variety of populations such as LGBTQAI+ individuals, at-risk youth, and those suffering from addiction and substance use disorder.
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For the past 15 years, Anthony Contreras, C.CHt., has been working in Health Education and has worked with a variety of populations such as the LGBTQAI+ Community, At-Risk Youth, and individuals with Addiction and Substance Use Disorder. He earned an Associate of Occupational Studies degree in Mind & Body Psychology and is a Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist.
Anthony formerly worked at Tarzana Treatment Centers for over thirteen years where he used his humor to facilitate groups, provide HIV Testing Counseling services, Outreach Specialty services, Strength-Based Case Management services, and eventually became Program Supervisor for the SAMHSA funded Whole Health Integration Program (WHIP). In this role he educated clients on the connection between Body, Mind & Spirit while guiding them through an 8-week goal setting process.
He received his certification from the Nationally Accredited Hypnosis Motivation Institute (HMI) College of Hypnotherapy. When working with clients Anthony makes sure to create a safe space free from judgement so that he can collaborate with them to resolve inner conflicts and help facilitate positive behavior changes through Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Parts Therapy Positive Psychology Existential Psychology Depth Psychology Transpersonal Psychology and Hypnosis. He continues to work with diverse populations by educating them on self-esteem building and positive thinking so they may live out their desired fulfilled life!
Approach:
Anthony takes the time to build strong relationships with clients by creating a safe, non-judgmental environment in which he and the client can work together to resolve inner conflicts and promote healthy behavior changes. He employs Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Parts Therapy, Positive Psychology, Existential Psychology, Depth Psychology, Transpersonal Psychology and Hypnosis.
He strives to help individuals from all walks of life gain self-esteem and develop positive thinking skills so they can reach their goals and live a fulfilling life.
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My Favorite Quote:
“You can’t stop the waves, but with the right assistance, you can learn how to surf.”
~ Anthony L. Contreras